Keyword: Litigation risk

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Lawsuits, rising regulatory, reputation risk could accelerate economic transition

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Filing trends, "mega" settlements drive record activity in 2022, research finds

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Three questions to ask to protect yourself and your business

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A step-by-step guide to navigating the mountain of rules you must follow to protect your licence, reputation and livelihood 

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Online chatter about a public company was defamatory, an Ontario court has ruled

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Clients may prefer communicating by text, but texting clients comes with risks

Five key ways to avoid litigation

In part three of a three-part series, John Fabello, securities lawyer and partner, Torys LLP, explains five key ways for advisors to protect themselves from legal liability. He spoke with Patricia Chisholm, senior editor, Investment Executive at the TMX Broadcast Centre in Toronto.

Taking the right steps when a client sues can enhance your chances of success - and reduce the stress of litigation

You can take a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink. So, make sure you work with clients who are willing to work with you to meet their goals

Best interest standard would likely increase litigation risk

In part two of a three-part series, John Fabello, securities lawyer and partner, Torys LLP, discusses the potential legal definitions of a best interest standard. He explains how a best interest standard would be viewed by courts and regulators and discusses the possible litigation impact on advisors. He spoke with Patricia Chisholm, senior editor, Investment Executive at the TMX Broadcast Centre in Toronto.